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Backing British Manufacturing

Follow our latest thought leadership and reports focussing on the future of Manufacturing in the UK.

Our 'Manifesto for Manufacturing'

The UK manufacturing sector has been a major contributor to the success and wealth generation of the UK economy, global development and influence, for centuries.

With 87% of our most recent survey respondents saying that ‘Government support for the sector is inadequate’. Ahead of the general election, we’ve created a 'Manifesto for Manufacturing'; calling for better levels of support and a dedicated minister for the manufacturing industry.

Findings and recommendations

As strategic challenges, the following are identified as the key areas the sector needs to focus their attention:

Individual contributors have extensive experience and networks within the manufacturing sector.


Their insight is invaluable. Hear from them below:

Inspire, innovate, invest.

National Manufacturing Day 2025


As we mark National Manufacturing Day, Stuart Weekes, Partner, Head of Manufacturing, welcomes Johnathan Dudley to discuss ways in which the UK government can best help UK manufacturers, the effect cyberattacks have on businesses and how to protect the supply chain, and Crowe's 2025 Manufacturing Outlook survey.

Listen now.

We host both in-person and virtual Manufacturing Business Network events for the benefit of the industry.
 We work with neighbourhood Chambers and represent industry in government on important matters.

Our latest thinking

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E-invoicing: Understanding how to prepare
We have set out below steps that should be taken to prepare for e-invoicing implementation and the associated change in tax reporting obligations.
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E-invoicing: What is it and how will it be introduced?
We cover what e-invoicing is and how it is going to be introduced, across the UK and EU over the next few years.
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VAT in the Digital Age: Is now the time to put those plans into action?
EU Member States have discussed, agreed and adopted the VAT in the Digital Age (ViDA) package of measures.
Meeting around a table
E-invoicing: Understanding how to prepare
We have set out below steps that should be taken to prepare for e-invoicing implementation and the associated change in tax reporting obligations.
Team meeting
E-invoicing: What is it and how will it be introduced?
We cover what e-invoicing is and how it is going to be introduced, across the UK and EU over the next few years.
Aerial view of office workers
VAT in the Digital Age: Is now the time to put those plans into action?
EU Member States have discussed, agreed and adopted the VAT in the Digital Age (ViDA) package of measures.

We're here to help

With the knowledge and ability to tackle every situation, both domestically and globally, our manufacturing team works with a wide range of specialised advisors and businesses. Building long-term relationships is something we are proud of.
Stuart Weekes
Stuart Weekes
Partner, Head of ManufacturingThames Valley